as in exodus
a flowing or going out
an outpouring of affection and support for the high school athlete in need of an organ transplant the soccer team's trip to Italy was funded by an outpouring of cash donations from the public
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Recent Examples of outpouring
Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2025
What makes the outpouring of love for Lilah even sweeter is how the little girl’s mom, Katelynn, has previously posted about how much her daughter loves Swift.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2025
Parents’ ongoing protest of teacher removal Rupert has received an outpouring of support since she was reprimanded and transferred to Isador Cohen Elementary for pulling up old carpet in her classroom.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Biden expressed appreciation for the outpouring of support for him after he was diagnosed in May.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 21 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Following the post where Dickerson shared a carousel of moments from his time at CBS News, the outpouring of support from his colleagues poured in.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2025
What makes the outpouring of love for Lilah even sweeter is how the little girl’s mom, Katelynn, has previously posted about how much her daughter loves Swift.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2025
Parents’ ongoing protest of teacher removal Rupert has received an outpouring of support since she was reprimanded and transferred to Isador Cohen Elementary for pulling up old carpet in her classroom.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Biden expressed appreciation for the outpouring of support for him after he was diagnosed in May.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outpouring
Noun
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For now, the exodus has already started, as Andrew and his ex Sarah Ferguson have not been invited to spend Christmas with the family at Sandringham.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
23 Oct. 2025
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Around this time of year, every night, a quiet exodus is occurring.—
Hannah Chinn,
NPR,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Following the big news, Swift embarked on her press tour for her album The Life of a Showgirl and was not shy about flashing — and gushing over — her impressive sparkler.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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Investors appeared unnerved by big increases in spending that Meta Platforms and Microsoft are planning as the investment spree related to artificial-intelligence technology keeps gushing.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Reopening the government would also restart the flow of economic data.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
3 Nov. 2025
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That was a cool play, but in the regular flow of the offense, Underwood had trouble connecting on anything downfield.—
Austin Meek,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
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JPMorgan’s ultra-wealthy clientele is all about pouring their money into athletics, according to a new report from the bank.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
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The kit, which comes in four colors—matte white, desert rose, matte black, and hazy blue—comes with a chawan (bowl) with a pouring spout, a naoshi (whisk stand), a chasen (bamboo whisk), a tea tray, a stainless-steel spoon, and a sifter.—
Kate Kassin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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For tougher stains, Stein suggests sprinkling baking soda over the area and then spraying it with a mixture of vinegar and water.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
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Geoengineering is one potential alternative, as ambitious projects could dim the sun by spraying particles in the atmosphere.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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As commentators announced the single-game sacks record to television viewers, Garrett was shown erupting on the sidelines.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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There, the Cougars celebrated by erupting into song.—
Mitch Sherman,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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When Max asked ChatGPT to help him out with the sprinkler at the park, the model wasn’t just spewing text.—
James Somers,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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Forget any sanctimonious spewing sermon about pro sports foolishly believing these types of things would not happen.—
Mac Engel
October 23,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But fewer know his relationship with a controversial and conspiracy-spouting pastor in Florida, someone who has accused Hollywood of sacrificing children and has commiserated with conspiracy theorist Alex Jones.—
Scott Wartman,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
28 Oct. 2025
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Now everyone seems to own a gun and have a far-right sign in their front yard; even her once liberal ex-boyfriend is spouting misinformation about Haitian immigrants.—
Grace Byron,
New Yorker,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Outpouring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outpouring. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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